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Portable handheld electronic article surveillance and scanner device

a handheld electronic article and scanner technology, applied in the field of handheld devices, can solve the problems of user fatigue, no known system has allowed complete freedom of movement within a controlled area, and customers' confusion and embarrassmen

Active Publication Date: 2006-05-30
SENSORMATIC ELECTRONICS CORP
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The invention is a handheld EAS / Scanner device that includes a barcode scanner, an antenna, and a housing for holding them. The device can be used to scan barcodes and modify the activation state of EAS tags using an electromagnetic field. The device can also be connected to a point of sale network for accessing asset information associated with the barcode. Another aspect of the invention is a handheld EAS / Scanner with a housing that includes a handle cavity or a face portion for receiving the antenna. Additionally, the invention includes an EAS system with a handheld EAS device and a docking station that can lock and unlock the device. The technical effects of the invention are improved efficiency and accuracy in identifying and managing assets, as well as improved convenience and flexibility in use.

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To then deactivate the EAS tag, the article must be returned to the deactivator adjacent the POS station, which causes customer confusion and embarrassment.
To date, no known system has allowed complete freedom of movement within a controlled area for barcode scanning and EAS tag deactivation.
In addition, known handheld EAS devices and combined EAS and barcode scanner devices are cumbersome and cause user fatigue.
However, given the portable nature of the handheld device, unauthorized personnel may gain access to the device.

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[0026]For simplicity and ease of explanation, the present invention will be described herein in connection with various exemplary embodiments thereof associated with EAS systems. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the features and advantages of the present invention may be implemented in a variety of configurations. It is to be understood, therefore, that the embodiments described herein are presented by way of illustration, not of limitation.

[0027]Turning to FIG. 1A, a top perspective view of an exemplary portable handheld combined EAS device and barcode scanner 100 (hereinafter the “EAS / Scanner”) and associated docking station 102 is illustrated. In general, the EAS / Scanner 100 may be configured to scan barcodes and to detect and modify the activation state of an EAS tag / marker, i.e., to deactivate, activate and / or reactivate EAS tags / markers. The EAS / Scanner 100 may include an outer housing to support and protect a variety of components. The outer housing may include a ...

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Abstract

A handheld combined electronic article surveillance (EAS) and barcode scanner device. The device may be configured for wireless communication with a point of sale network so that is entirely portable within a protected area. The device may include a capacitor disposed in handle at a proximal end of the device and an antenna may be disposed at a distal end of the device. A base station may be provided for receiving the device.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]The present application claims the benefit of the filing date of U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 60 / 372,016, filed Apr. 11, 2002, the teachings of which are incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention relates to handheld devices, and, in particular, to a combined portable handheld electronic article surveillance (EAS) and scanner device.BACKGROUND[0003]Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) systems are typically utilized to protect and track assets. In an EAS system, an interrogation zone may be established at the perimeter, e.g. at an exit area, of a protected area such as a retail store. The interrogation zone is established by an antenna or antennas positioned adjacent to the interrogation zone. The antenna(s) establish an electromagnetic field of sufficient strength and uniformity within the interrogation zone. EAS markers are attached to each asset to be protected. When an article is proper...

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Patent Type & Authority Patents(United States)
IPC IPC(8): G06K7/10G06K7/00G06Q30/00G07F7/02G07G1/00G07G1/14G07G3/00G08B13/14G08B13/22G08B13/24
CPCG06K7/10G06K7/10881G06Q20/343G06Q30/06G07F7/02G08B13/2462G07G3/003G08B13/1427G08B13/242G08B13/246G07G1/0054
Inventor LEONE, STEVEN V.CANIPE, LARRYRELIHAN, TIMOTHY J.LABIT, RICHEASTER, RONVARELA, ARMANDO
Owner SENSORMATIC ELECTRONICS CORP
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